"If buildings could speak," as a filmmaker once mused, then Osaka's cityscape might sound loud, vibrant, and slightly rough ...

The event will be held on an artificial island in Osaka Bay that has been developed to welcome some 28 million visitors In every direction there is fevered activity. Cranes are hoisting, foremen in ...

OSAKA--After sunset when Osaka’s central Umeda district dazzles with vibrant neon lights, visitors head upward to enjoy the ...

These outstanding Osaka museums let you revisit the city’s rich history, taste fine whisky and explore world culture ...

After decades of relative decline, the capital of Japan's Kansai region is launching major projects and attracting numerous ...

Osaka is one of the most unique cities in Japan. The city feels modern yet feels stuck in the past at the same time. It’s also a haven for food and nightlife. Despite being just 30 minutes away from ...

the area around Osaka JR Station; and Minami ("south"), comprising the heart of the city centered around Namba and including the Shinsaibashi shopping areas, America-Mura and Dotombori.

The area around Kyobashi Station was added to the no-smoking zone in 2015. After Osaka in 2018 was named host of the 2025 World Expo, the city revised its anti-smoking ordinance to include areas ...

Local cuisine, including miso katsu, adds to the city's appeal. The Shinkansen from Shin-Osaka Station ensures a quick and ...